I received your contact information from Linda Wright at CCS and would like to share with you the information about our upcoming 2009-2010 Docent Class. Many of our current Docents are former teachers and we thought this would be a great opportunity to share with those who would like to be part of the museum and active with the community. We have 2 Docent Open Houses coming up fast! The first is April 2 at 5:30 and the second is April 14 at 1pm. At the Open Houses there will be lots of information about what being a Docent means and how to apply. There will also be active Docents attending to answer any questions. If you would like to share the attached information with those in your organization it would be greatly appreciated.

The Columbus Firefighters need volunteers to sort and distribute toys at their warehouse on the Southside – off Williams Road. Volunteers location at the Warehouse: 2058 Williams Road (in the rear of the building, go to the right or just follow the "Firefighters 4 Kids" signs which are posted by the address on Williams Road).

They work in conjunction with NBC Channel 4. Channel 4 toy drive: December 13, from 9:00 AM- 4:00 PM

Any amount of time is appreciated because the need is so great this year. This does not require heavy lifting or extended standing, etc. Any age can do this. Come and leave when you wish. Contact Gloria Woods if you have any questions at 443-6775.

This information is also for someone who might have a need who resides in Franklin County. Phone number to get someone registered: 614-645-8687 Click on Assistance for more information.

JA needs you to return to the classroom!

JA lessons focus on financial literacy, work readiness, and entrepreneurship, and you're needed to teach 5 lessons (45 minutes each) to elementary students in the Columbus City Schools and the Southwestern City Schools. You will receive one-hour training, lesson guide, and all materials to conduct the activities. All lessons are fun, hands-on, activity based, and easy to use. The classroom teacher will remain in the class with you. There was a pilot program conducted last school year to teach financial literature to the students at Lindbergh Elementary on the west side of Columbus.

Grades 1-5. 5 weeks. Teach 1 hour a week. April-May 2009. Classroom teacher will remain in the class. Volunteer teacher will be given a $500 packet of materials to teach the economic lessons.

The National Retired Teachers received a $600,000 grant from Hartford Insurance to stimulate financial development in elementary age students. Junior Achievement will be granted $500 upon your completion of volunteering.

For more information, please contact JA Program Director Roger Murphy at 614-771-9903, Ext. 17 or [email protected]

Outstanding opportunity for retired history and social studies teachers. Click here for the link about becoming a Tour Guide. Posted 12/2/2008

The Community Development for All People is a non-profit outreach organization working on the Columbus Southside. Through their Circle of Hope program neighborhood residents can earn supplemental income for their families. They are making simple polymer clay jewelry, which is sold through various outlets. They meet Tues. and Thurs. 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

They are looking for volunteers to help with the jewelry making. Volunteers can have an interest in arts and crafts or simply willing to contribute their time to a worthwhile effort.

Persons who would like more information should contact Donita Harris, Project Director for Circle of Hope at 614-445-7342 or 614-638-0343 (cell) [email protected].

invites YOU to become an active participant in our all volunteer organization.
They need new singers and dancers!

When you attend our spring performance, you see amazing local talent...singers and dancers. What you don't see is all the work that goes on behind the scenes. . .artists, designers, sewers, painters, carpenters, electricians, fund-raisers and more. . . all needed to make the show happen. Besides, we have moved into the old Cinema Theatre which was once a part of the razed Northland Mall on Morse Rd. and are challenged with getting it renovated. We now call it Northland Park Arts Center (NPAC) which will become a vital part of Columbus' Art Community when complete. We are preserving a part of Columbus' history. Join us! We need men and women! Feel the sense of community by becoming a part of this amazing group. Call Delena Doan, 755-4371 for details.

Vaud-V illities Productions

invites you, a friend or family member to become a member of their show team. You need not be solo quality (or maybe you are). Call Toni Auch at 488-8689 for auditions.

Vaud-Villities has a new home at Northland Park Arts Center, 1865 Morse Rd., formerly the old Northland Cinema 8 Theatre. It had been prepared for demolition along with the rest of Northland Mall. After sitting empty for 7 years, it is now being renovated to be shared by other Arts Groups and neighborhood functions. This is a unique volunteer opportunity to work with this amazing organization. To learn more about Vaud-Villities, visit www.vvproductions.com.

Check your talents and interests.

( ) singing Part: _______________

( ) dancing

( ) building/designing props and sets

( ) working with costumes

( ) helping with facility renovation

( ) maintenance crew

Name____________________________

Phone____________________________

Email____________________________

I will bring a spouse or friend:

Name____________________________

For (list any of the above positions here)

__________________________________________________________

Vaud-Villities Show Camp for Youth/Seniors

Information Flyer

( ) I am interested in sending a child/grandchild to the Show Camp.

( ) I want to be a sponsor for a child

( ) I am interested in the Senior Camp

For further information, call Delena Doan, 755-4371 or email [email protected];

We learned of the opportunity to volunteer for the many services offered by LifeCare Alliance. It's a huge operation dedicated to keeping older adults independent in their own homes. 4,000 meals for their "Meals-on-Wheels" are prepared daily.

Other programs: Home Care Support for cancer patients; Help-at-Home Program for homebound individuals; Senior Dining Centers; Child, School, and Day Care Meals; the Catch- the-Wellness Spirit Program, the Visiting Pharmacist, Visiting Dietitian and Nurse Practitioner Programs; and more to "nourish the human spirit."

Statehouse Volunteers Needed

Are you a Diva or a Drama King! If you love people, drama, history, have a theatrical flair and some extra time, the Ohio Statehouse would love to have you as a volunteer.

Greet and Tour

The Statehouse Education & Visitors Center is seeking people who have a gift of graciousness, diplomatic, like to walk and can pass a security check to be part of the talented Statehouse Volunteer Corps. Statehouse volunteers greet children and adults from throughout Ohio and the world and take groups of up to 40 people on 45-minute tours of the Statehouse. Volunteers may be asked to portray a character in Ohio or Statehouse history, dress in period clothing on certain days, or be asked to greet and accompany special visitors or groups of visitors.

Other Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are also needed to help in the Statehouse Museum Shop. You may assist with customers, inventory, gift wrapping, product displays, and seasonal decorating

Temporary Volunteers

If you are looking for a temporary opportunity, volunteers are needed for the holiday season, in the Statehouse Museum Shop and for Victorian Holiday tours. Volunteers needed from November 15 thru December 30.

Benefits

In return for the valuable time volunteers contribute, you will receive discounts at the Statehouse Museum Shop, free parking, invitations to special events and a free membership to the Ohio Historical Society. The Ohio Statehouse is an exciting place to be; you never know who you might run into.

To join the Volunteer Corps please contact Luke Stedke at 614-728-2697 or [email protected] for more information.

Retired teachers still can touch the future--one child at a time!
Your local CCS school needs volunteers.

The Ohio Judicial Center is seeking volunteers to lead scheduled tours through the building, sharing art and history with the public and school groups. Training is provided. Please call Julie Carrier at 614-387-9223 or Marilyn Allen at 614-299-4841 for more information.

Built in the early 1930's as the Ohio Departments Building, and restored seven decades later, the Ohio Judicial Center stands as a monument to the history, culture, and commerce of Ohio. Members of CEA-R toured this facility in January 2005.
The 16-story building, anchored on the east bank of the Scioto River, is the new home of the Ohio Supreme Court. The art and architecture are integrated to create a building that is functional and depicts Ohio history. The inscriptions and symbols carved in marble and bronze, and the muscular and mystic murals splashed across walls and ceilings, celebrate all who shaped the state: presidents, jurists, the native peoples, explorers, soldiers and artists.

The Living History Program of North Central Mental Health Services needs
volunteers over the age of 60 to share their memories with children in elementary schools.
Help bring history alive by volunteering to visit Columbus classrooms!
They can use assistance once a week, once a month, or once in a blue moon!
For information call 614-421-3104.
Elder Focus

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Vaud-Villities Productions

Vaud-Villities Show Camp for Youth/Seniors

Vaud-V illities Productions